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Continuing our topic this week on patient safety, we are taking a look at cancer screenings. As previously mentioned, one form of a medical error can be an incorrect diagnosis. One way to improve safety in this area is by completing recommended physical examinations, per...

In the United States, food allergies have steadily increased among Americans in the past several decades. There is ongoing research being done to figure out why there is this increase and what we can do to make changes for future generations. In the healthcare field,...

Written correspondence is a timeless form of communication that has advanced in our era since the invention of computers and cell phones. With technology advancement, less formal writing styles have appeared through email, text messaging, the internet, etc. However, it is important to be aware...

Drug interactions are when a drug is taken along with another substance that then causes the drug to perform differently. Drug interactions are important to be aware of and know how to avoid because of the potential harm they can cause. According to a recent...

In 1983, President Reagan declared November to be the national Alzheimer’s disease awareness month. Alzheimer’s disease affects over 5 million Americans today, compared to less than 2 million when November was first termed the national awareness month. It is important to know and be able...

We are quickly approaching the holiday season and this can be a stressful time for many people, due to the sheer amount of things going on. From holiday gatherings, to traveling, shopping, cooking, and cleaning. These are just a few of the many added responsibilities...

It's almost here again, the end of the summer and the start of the school year.
Here are some tips for an easy transition for you and your kids:
Get your school supplies in advance. Plan to shop early for the things you know your kids will need: pencils,...

1. You learn the value of independence. You don’t need a man to save you or anyone to take care of you. You learn by example that you are capable of living a full and happy life without having to share it with someone else....

Who influences smarts more: Mom or Dad?
A mother's genetics determines how clever her children are, according to researchers, and the father makes no difference.
Women are more likely to transmit intelligence genes to their children. They are carried on the X chromosome and women have two of these,...

Mothers shape us.
1. You learn the value of independence. You don’t need a man to save you or anyone to take care of you, you learn by example from strong mothers. You learn that you are capable of living a full and happy life without having...